What is the cheapest way to get from Bedford to Poole?

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Poole is to bus via Airport Bus Station which costs £26 - £40 and takes 7h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bedford to Poole?

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Milton Keynes Coachway and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Poole. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Poole via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Bedford to Poole?

The distance between Bedford and Poole is 166 miles. The road distance is 144.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bedford to Poole without a car?

The best way to get from Bedford to Poole without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £70 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Bedford to Poole?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Bedford to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Poole bus from?

Bedford to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Poole train from?

Bedford to Poole train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Poole?

The best way to get from Bedford to Poole is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Bedford to Poole bus arrive?

Bedford to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Poole train arrive?

Bedford to Poole train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at West Hampstead Thameslink station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Poole is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Bedford to Poole.

How do I get a train ticket from Bedford to Poole?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bedford to Poole?

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Bedford to Poole - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 38m
£74–176
Bus via Airport Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Green Line Coach Stationbus 757
3. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus
7h 59m
£26–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
6h 23m
£32–75
Drive 143.7 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Poolecar 143.7 mi
2h 40m
£35–51

Bedford to Poole by train and subway

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3h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.8 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Poole, England?

You can take a train from Bedford to Poole via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Seldown Coach Station via Milton Keynes Coachway and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 23m.

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